Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
3 tbsp

vegetable oil

None

0.33 cup

onion

minced

1.33 cup

tomatoes

peeled, seeded, minced

1 tsp

garlic

None

1 l

chicken broth

rich

2 tbsp

dill weed

minced fresh

2 unit

chili peppers

None

4 unit

corn tortillas

soft

0.5 unit

avocado

ripe, cubed

4 tbsp

sour cream

lowfat

0.25 cup

Monterey Jack cheese

None

Step 1
~3 min

Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large saucepot.

Step 2
~3 min

Sauté minced onion, minced tomatoes, and garlic until onion is transparent.

Step 3
~3 min

Add chicken broth and minced dill weed.

Step 4
~3 min

Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.

Step 5
~3 min

Remove seeds and stems from chili peppers and cut each in 2 pieces lengthwise.

Step 6
~3 min

Cut tortillas in 1/3" strips.

Step 7
~3 min

Heat remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil in a skillet.

Step 8
~3 min

Fry peppers for 5 seconds.

Step 9
~3 min

Remove peppers to a paper towel.

Step 10
~3 min

Fry tortilla strips until golden, stirring.

Step 11
~3 min

Drain tortilla strips on paper towel.

Step 12
~3 min

Divide chili peppers, tortilla strips, and avocado cubes between 4 heavy soup bowls.

Step 13
~3 min

Pour the warm chicken broth into the bowls.

Step 14
~3 min

Garnish each with a spoonful of lowfat sour cream and Monterey Jack cheese.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a smoky flavor, roast the tomatoes and chili peppers before mincing.

Add a squeeze of lime juice for extra tanginess.

Use a high-quality chicken broth for the best flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Soup can be made ahead of time and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with warm crusty bread.

Serve as a starter or a light meal.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Quesadillas
Tacos

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

A staple in Mexican cuisine, often served during celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Mexican Independence Day
Cinco de Mayo

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Comfort Food
Fall Recipes
Winter Recipes

Popularity Score

70/100

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